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Company Description Korein Tillery is a nationally recognized plaintiffs’ complex-litigation firm with offices in St. Louis, Chicago, and San Diego. The firm represents a wide range of clients in high-stakes lawsuits, combining the resources and reach of large law firms with the creativity and agility of boutique litigation practices. Over decades, the firm has successfully handled long-running, multi-faceted cases against powerful, well-funded opponents and secured billions of dollars in settlements and verdicts without using hourly billing.
Role Description This is a full-time, on-site Accountant role based in St. Louis, MO. The accountant will handle day-to-day financial operations, including general ledger maintenance, accounts payable and receivable processing, bank and account reconciliations, intercompany transactions and preparation of financial reports and statements. The role will support budgeting and forecasting, track case-related expenses, and assist with cost analysis to help the firm manage litigation-related financial risk. The accountant will ensure compliance with relevant accounting standards and firm policies, coordinate with attorneys and administrative staff on matter-specific financial questions, and assist with audits and tax preparation. The position also involves maintaining accurate financial records, improving internal controls, and contributing to process efficiencies within the firm’s finance function. In addition, the role is responsible for maintenance of the Company's case database, currently in ProLaw.
Qualifications
- Strong core accounting skills, including general ledger management, financial reporting, reconciliations, and familiarity with GAAP or other relevant standards.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, with advanced Excel skills desired.
- Quickbooks Online and Prolaw experience preferred.
- Comfort working with large data sets and detailed financial records.
- Experience in budgeting, forecasting, cost tracking, and financial analysis, ideally within a professional services or law firm environment.
- Knowledge of compliance, audit support, and tax-related processes, with the ability to follow firm policies and regulatory requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail, organization, and time management, with the ability to prioritize multiple matters and deadlines.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, including the ability to work effectively with attorneys, staff, and external partners.
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field
- Prior experience in a law firm, litigation-focused practice, or other complex professional services environment is highly valued.
Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Education:
Experience:
- Accounting: 2 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- St. Louis, MO 63101 (Required)
Work Location: In person
